Located within the Malmohus Castle, the Malmo Konstmuseum is one of the largest museums of the city that houses a vast collection of Nordic art. If you are an art enthusiast, you would surely be amazed to find artworks dating back to the Middle ages. After appreciating these classic paintings, do check-out the temporary exhibitions showcased here. Besides promoting indigenous talent, it also has a massive collection of Russian artworks and paintings. Check website for seasonal visiting hours and information on events held here.
Originally constructed by King Eric of Pomerania in the 15th Century, Malmö Castle, as it stands today, dates back to the 16th Century and is an icon of southern Sweden. Built by the Danes, it has served as a military fortress, a prison, an armory and now houses two museums - the Konstmuseum and the Stadsmuseum -, both administered by the city. While the former is the city's primary art museum, the latter is a repository of artifacts and information that pertain to the city's rich history. Both museums attract countless visitors, but the castle itself is a unique piece of local heritage that also provides beautiful views of the city and the waters of the Öresund. Historically, the castle is significant as the prison that held James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell, the third husband of Mary, Queen of Scots, for a period of five years between 1568 and 1573. A grand and imposing structure to this day, the red-hued facade of Malmö Castle continues to inspire much awe.
One of the best addresses in town for art lovers, Moderna Museet Malmö is a must visit if you are one. Set in a former electricity plant from the early 20th Century along with an eye-catching orange-red annex, this museum has an impressive collection of modern and contemporary artworks. Focusing on stalwarts from the 20th Century onwards, their changing exhibitions are enthralling and educative. Art quiz, family workshops, educational activities and guided tours make this museum a family-friendly venue where kids are taught to appreciate art. All this at no charge at all.
Opened in 18th Century, Folkets Park is a lush green park situated in the heart of the city. Quiet and spacious, this park is home to a lot of events like karaoke competitions, outdoor concerts, flea market and other live performances. This park is extremely child friendly and is usually referred to as a childrens park, since it offers a playground and pony rides. The park is frequented by the locals, who enjoy taking walks here, apart from visiting Cuba Cafe that is located on the site.
Teatermuseet i Hofteatret is an enticing museum that hosts a huge collection of artifacts, photographs, drawings, paintings, engravings, costumes, set models and other exhibits that reveal history of theater in the region. A visit to the museum is an amazing way to find out how theater, music, ballets and other cultural activities developed in the country.
This grandiose building was erected in 1889-96 after plans drawn by Wilhelm Dahlerup in Italian Renaissance style. In autumn 1998, an extension was opened that gave the National Gallery of Denmark the facelift it needed. The architects were Anna Maria Indrio. This deeply original new building was constructed in the park behind the original building and is connected to it by a glass-covered walkway, the so-called Street of Sculptures. The street stretches along the full length of the museum, and within it concerts and dance performances are held. The museum contains collections of art dating from the 12th Century. Among the older European and Danish collections, feast your eyes on paintings by Titian, Tintoretto, Breugel, Rubens, Frans Hals and Rembrandt. The modern collection comprises work by Picasso, Braque, Leger, Modigliani and Emil Nolde. Danish painters are richly represented, and you can enjoy the styles of Oluf Hst, Edward Weihe, Olaf Rude and Harald Giersing. Entrance to the permanent collections is free, but special exhibits require a modest entry fee.
This university is the second largest in Scania, and is located in downtown Malmö. It's relatively new but has quickly grown into the ninth largest university in Sweden. The campus is modern and inviting, and features a cafe as well that is a good place for reading, meeting friends or catching up on some work.
An expansive facility located within the architecture school of The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Meldahls Smedie provides a platform for the school's students to exhibit their work. The scope of the center however, is not restricted to its students, with the space regularly hosting international exhibitions on architecture. The highly adaptable space is capable of hosting large scale exhibitions and is also available for private functions and conferences. Call for more information.
Vestindisk Pakhus is an 18th Century building located in Copenhagen, Denmark. Formerly used as a warehouse by the Danish West India Company, the building is now used by National Gallery of Denmark to display the Royal Cast Collection and costumes from the Royal Danish Theatre. The Royal Cast Collection on the lower three floors have 2,000 plaster casts of statues collected from various religious institutions, public places and collections throughout the world. Costumes from the Royal Danish Theatre are showcased on the upper floors. The entrance to the building is free and open to public on Sundays and Tuesdays.
Located in the Annelund district of Malmo, Plan B is a must visit for music lovers. This venue frequently hosts live music events and performances with a varied range of genres thus ensuring that there is something for everyone and you also get the opportunity to enjoy music by a plethora of local and foreign bands. The staff here is also excellent and friendly making this a favorite among both locals and tourists alike.
Teatermuseet i Hofteatret is an enticing museum that hosts a huge collection of artifacts, photographs, drawings, paintings, engravings, costumes, set models and other exhibits that reveal history of theater in the region. A visit to the museum is an amazing way to find out how theater, music, ballets and other cultural activities developed in the country.
Malmö Walking Tours helps you take in the sights and sounds of Malmo on an enjoyable journey through the bustling streets of the city. Tours are generally free of charge, but it is a good gesture to tip you guide as a token of appreciation for their efforts. All of the tour guides are fluent in English, while some of them also speak French, Spanish and Portuguese and can be booked according to your language preference. For more details regarding their tour dates, visit their official website.